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We provide a range of canoeing and bushcraft activities to suit all ages, abilities and requirements - families, couples, individuals and groups are all welcome.Whether you choose a leisurely canoe session on Derwentwater, a fun-packed bushcraft day, or a week long classic canoe expedition in Scotland, we will ensure you have an incredible, unforgettable experience.For private coaching for small groups and individuals, please call us to discuss your requirements.Our aim is to deliver quality, hands-on, educational and fun outdoor experiences which give our customers a greater understanding and knowledge of our local area and the skills to enjoy the outdoor environment in a low impact way. All specialist equipment and instruction is provided, you just need to bring a sense of adventure!

About Keswick Canoe and Bushcraft

We provide a range of canoeing and bushcraft activities to suit all ages, abilities and requirements - families, couples, individuals and groups are all welcome.Whether you choose a leisurely canoe session on Derwentwater, a fun-packed bushcraft day, or a week long classic canoe expedition in Scotland, we will ensure you have an incredible, unforgettable experience.For private coaching for small groups and individuals, please call us to discuss your requirements.Our aim is to deliver quality, hands-on, educational and fun outdoor experiences which give our customers a greater understanding and knowledge of our local area and the skills to enjoy the outdoor environment in a low impact way. All specialist equipment and instruction is provided, you just need to bring a sense of adventure!

What a superb day. Me and the 11YO LOVED IT.
Paul is brilliant. Totally passionate about his job, relaxed, friendly, knowledgable and a superb host.
We threw several unforeseen spanners in the works which clearly made it difficult for him (I can’t apologise enough) but...More

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I cannot recommend this tour enough - even for the nervous it is a perfect day. Easy to enjoy and lots of help, guidance and knowledge from Mick a great coach and guide. Lovely memories of a lovely day. Thanks Mick will do it again...More

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We had the most amazing time. If I had canoed before it was more than 30 years ago. We arrived to Mike waiting as arranged by the National Trust shop near Keswick boat launching area. A short walk to the canoe boat house. We helped...More

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4 of us in our 50's booked this day out without really knowing what to expect but we had the BEST time! The weather was glorious as we canoed our way (2 canoes lashed together to prevent us capsizing) across the lake to little islands....More

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My friend and I signed up for the ‘canoe the view’ at Derwent Water as part of the Keswick Mountain Festival. The instructions and meeting point were clear.
Mick led the session, providing interesting information on the flora, fauna, history in the area and some...More

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Excellent day on Derwentwater under the guidance of Sean
After our briefing in the basics of canoeing we were off ..... and didn’t stop learning, laughing and exploring all day
We felt completely safe and at ease all day learning new skills from our very...More

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pre-booked the canoe/Bushcraft combo ahead of our visit to the Lakes.
Mick was our guide and was really knowledgeable and engaging, brilliant with our kids - helping them be the best they could be at canoeing and turning them into mini survival experts in the...More

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Two adults and a twelve year old. A three hour paddle on the lake, a great experience and very enjoyable. Paul the instructor was extremely knowledgeable about his watercraft and local history. Certainly go again.

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Booked my daughter (10yrs old) and myself (Dad) on the full day bushcraft training at Whinlatter Keswick. The whole days was amazing! The guide was so so knowledgable of the ‘great outdoors’ and the learning was perfect and he really explained everything at a great...More

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Speaking to our instructor there were limited placed you can officially launch from. The slipway by the rowing boats, close to the car park, the mariner west of the car park or a public car park to the south of the lake... More

Speaking to our instructor there were limited placed you can officially launch from. The slipway by the rowing boats, close to the car park, the mariner west of the car park or a public car park to the south of the lake. Best bet is to contact the information Centre.

Thanks so much for contacting us, and we'd be thrilled if you you and your family decided to join us for one of our session whilst you are in the area!
On the 24th July we have the following sessions running -
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Thanks so much for contacting us, and we'd be thrilled if you you and your family decided to join us for one of our session whilst you are in the area!
On the 24th July we have the following sessions running -
10-1pm Shelters, flint & Steel fire lighting and toasted marshmallows
2-5.30pm Half day river trip "Middle Derwent"
On the 25th July we have the following sessions running
10-1pm - Canoe the View
2-5.30pm - Half day river trip "Middle Derwent"
Sadly we do not have any sessions running on the 26th July as we are working with a large international school that day.
Please have a look at our website for more course details, and if you'd like to book on you can book through our online booking system or give us a call!
Thanks and we hope you decided o join us!
Best wishes
Claire
Keswick Canoe and Bushcraft